2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 328 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Condor | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Condor | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |